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Drying shrinkage

The volume loss as concrete dries, driven by water content and paste, that the curl is built from

Used across 2 Anvilfield field guides, most in Concrete.

Also defined as

  • The volume loss as hardened concrete dries, which cracks the concrete under restraint

Where this shows up

ConcreteSlab curling and warping controlConcreteConcrete crack types and causes

Related terms

CurlingDowelFF / FLPlastic shrinkage crackRe-entrant cornerVapor retarder

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